Finland’s National Forest Strategy 2035

1. Finland is a competitive operating environment for a responsible forest sector that is capable of renewing itself

2. Forests are in active, sustainable and diverse use

3. We strengthen the vitality, diversity and adaptability of forests

4. We strengthen knowledge-based management and competence in the forest sector 11 Vision 'NATIONAL FOREST STRATEGY 2035 Vision National Forest Strategy 2035 – Growing Wellbeing from Forests and for Forests Besides the wellbeing forests produce for the Finns, the vision emphasises the wellbeing of forests themselves. The vision and all strategic objectives include the economic, ecological, social and cultural dimensions of sustainability. The strategy promotes a responsible and comprehensive economy of wellbeing. 12 c::::==== - - -- -- -- - - -- - -~ ;'\;\RATEGY c::::=::::::i-- - - -- -- -- - - -- - - 2Q35 Strategic objective 1 Finland is a competitive operating environment for a responsible forest sector that is capable of renewing itself This dimension includes taking care of the investment conditions and security of supply, availability of raw materials as well as diversification of the forestry sector. In addition, the dimension includes well-functioning governance structures, encouraging operating environment and influencing in international contexts. Goals

1. Forest-based business is increasingly diverse and continues to grow

2. Proactive and effective ​cooperation and influencing ​the EU and international processes improve the operating environment of the forest sector

3. Smooth administration and well-functioning infrastructure create a predictable and encouraging operating environment

4. Well-functioning markets ensure access to raw materials and services 13 c::::==== - - -- -- -- - - -- - -~ ;'\;\RATEGY c::::=::::::i-- - - -- -- -- - - -- - - 2Q35 Strategic objective 2 Forests are in active, sustainable and diverse use This dimension concerning the use of forests comprises ecosystem services and perspectives of profitable forestry. This objective also includes ensuring the vitality of regions. Goals

1. Use of forests is target-oriented and based on knowledge and active decisions by forest owner

2. Active and increasingly diverse forest management increases forest growth and supports climate change mitigation

3. Services and incentives to forest owners and operators support active, sustainable and diverse use of forests in a way that takes the special characteristics of regions into account

4. Ecosystem services offered by forests enhance people’s wellbeing and create new earning 14 opportunities c::::==== - - -- -- -- - - -- - -~ ;'\;\RATEGY c::::=::::::i-- - - -- -- -- - - -- - - 2Q35 Strategic objective 3 We strengthen the vitality, diversity and adaptability of forests This ecological dimension includes safeguarding the biological and other kinds of diversity of forests. This objective also comprises measures to ensure the health and resilience of forests. Climate change adaptation and mitigation and risk management in general are also included. Goals

1. Biodiversity trend in commercial forests is directed onto a path to recovery

2. Climate change resilience of forests is strengthened and risks of damages are in control

3. Environmental risks caused by forestry are managed and in control 15 c::::==== - - -- -- -- - - -- - -~ ;'\;\RATEGY c::::=::::::i-- - - -- -- -- - - -- - - 2Q35 Strategic objective 4 We strengthen knowledge-based management and competence in the forest sector This objective is based on scientific research and promoting this in an interdisciplinary manner, good knowledge base and constantly improving competence. This objective includes the attractiveness of the forest sector as a field of study and work. Goals

1. High-quality research, advancing spatial data and usability of data create a strong knowledge base for decision-making and foresight work

2. Forest expertise is diverse, responds to changing needs and attracts more people to seek employment in the forest sector

3. Communication and interaction enhance understanding of the use of forests and of forest environment and culture in society, especially among the young 16 Key projects in the project portfolio Research Competence Knowledge base Communication 17 National Forest Strategy 2035 GROWING WELLBEING FROM FORESTS AND FOR FORESTS Finland is a competitive We strengthen operating environment Forests are in active, We strengthen the knowledge-based for a responsible forest sustainable and vitality, diversity and management and sector that is capable diverse use adaptability of forests competence in the of renewing itself forest sector 18 National Forest Strategy 2035 Project portfolio Growth of forests • Surface area of forests increased • High-quality forest regeneration carried out without delay • Timely, high-quality management of young forests; backlogs in management removed • Growth and carbon sequestration increased with responsible forest fertilisation • Forest tree breeding promoted • Forest damages anticipated and prevented • Accessibility of forests improved, logistics developed • Means for carbon storage developed National Forest Strategy 2035 Project portfolio Biodiversity in commercial forests • Financing models to protect biodiversity developed • Nature management competence, planning and putting these to practice strengthened • Structural features of forests increased • Mixed forest stands promoted • Water protection methods introduced in forestry • Climate change resilient and sustainable peatland forest management promoted • Market-driven operating models and ground rules developed to secure environmental benefits National Forest Strategy 2035 Project portfolio Renewal and competitiveness of forest sector • Foresight work strengthened • Data collected on the functioning of the market • Growth programme on forest and nature service entrepreneurship implemented • Conditions for recreational use of forests and nature tourism developed • Accuracy, quality and accessibility of spatial data improved • Tools produced to forest owners and operators for knowledge-based decision-making • Data collected on forest owners and ownership structures developed • Interest in forests aroused and communication to young people enhanced • Attractiveness and ability to react of the forest sector and forestry education developed • International competence, cooperation and influence increased • Positive ‘handprint’ of the forest sector determined • Innovative development work and long-term forest research ensured National Forest Strategy 2035 Project portfolio Growth of Biodiversity Renewal and forests in commercial competitiveness forests of forest sector • Foresight work strengthened • Data collected on the functioning of the market • Growth programme on forest and nature service entrepreneurship implemented • Conditions for recreational use of forests and nature • Surface area of forests increased tourism developed • High-quality forest regeneration carried out • Financing models to protect biodiversity developed • Accuracy, quality and accessibility of spatial data without delay • Nature management competence, planning and improved • Timely, high-quality management of young putting these to practice strengthened • Tools produced to forest owners and operators for forests; backlogs in management removed • Structural features of forests increased knowledge-based decision-making • Growth and carbon sequestration increased with • Mixed forest stands promoted • Data collected on forest owners and ownership responsible forest fertilisation • Water protection methods introduced in forestry structures developed • Forest tree breeding promoted • Climate change resilient and sustainable peatland • Interest in forests aroused and communication to young • Forest damages anticipated and prevented forest management promoted people enhanced • Accessibility of forests improved, logistics • Market-driven operating models and ground rules • Attractiveness and ability to react of the forest sector and developed developed to secure environmental benefits forestry education developed • Means for carbon storage developed • International competence, cooperation and influence increased • Positive ‘handprint’ of the forest sector determined • Innovative development work and long-term forest research ensured National Forest Strategy 2035 - What is new and most relevant?  Coordinating strategy for the sector  Responsible economy of wellbeing  Self-sufficiency and security of supply  Climate change mitigation and adaptation  Vitality and diversity Renewal  Foresight Concise, focused growth strategy 23